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Details on China Day and LifePlus High School Basketball

February 06, 2026

Hear from the Head

TIS Family,

Tianjin International School is proud to once again host the LifePlus Basketball Tournament. We are so thankful to be joined by schools from Yantai, Qingdao, Wuhan, and Chengdu to make this event an exciting athletic experience. The tournament will take place all morning tomorrow, and I would encourage you to come out and watch the boys and girls play. If you are unable to watch the games in person, please check the website for the schedule, scores, bracket, and livestream at https://tournament.lifepluslearning.com. Although we hope the true spirit of athleticism is evident among all involved in the tournament, we are also cheering our Eagles on to victory.

China Day

Our China Day cultural celebration is one of our school's best annual traditions. We are all truly grateful for the opportunity to study, work, and live in China. This annual celebration is designed to help us honor this festival each year. It is always a great joy to have our entire school community together for activities, good food, and performances. The Spring Festival is a time of celebration and connection, and China Day is a model of this within our school family.

Spring Festival Holiday

The holiday is fast approaching. Whether you are traveling or staying in Tianjin, we do hope that your time includes family and friends. Remember to enjoy the time with your family, eat good food, and find time to relax. Be safe, and we will see you after the holiday.

Ryan Witt

School Wide Announcements

China Day

Dear Parents,

You are warmly invited to our annual China Day Celebration on Friday, February 13. Please join us for a joyful morning filled with student performances, cultural activities, and lunch as we celebrate this special day together. Festivities begin at 9:50 a.m., and the celebration concludes at 1:45 p.m. Limited bus service will be available. Please see the schedule below for details.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Busing to TIS

Apple Line: 9:40 a.m. 阳光一百 YG100 (main gate) -> 9:50 a.m. 奥城 AC -> 学校 TIS
Litchi Line: 9:35 a.m. 鲁能城 Luneng -> 9:50 a.m. 奥城 AC -> 9:55 a.m. 钻石山 Diamond Hill -> 学校 TIS
Orange Line: 9:35 a.m. 天津宾馆 Tianjin Hotel -> 9:50 a.m. 奥城 AC -> 学校 TIS
Mango Line: 9:40 a.m. 半岛豪庭后门 BDHT (back gate) -> 9:45 a.m. 云水园 YSY -> 9:50 a.m. 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate) -> 学校 TIS
Pineapple Line: 9:50 a.m. 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate) -> 10:05 a.m. 流苏园 LSY -> 10:07 a.m. 雀蓉园 QRY -> 学校 TIS

All buses ready at 1:45 p.m. Departure is at 2:00 p.m.

Divisional News

ECC & Elementary


Secondary

Dear High School Students,

It’s time to register for our annual “Canada Math Competition!”

Please go to High School Canada Math Competition Sign Up 2026 - Fill out form to register for the competition. The deadline to sign up is Monday, March 2nd.

Students in 9th, 10th, or 11th grades will compete on Tuesday, March 3, 3:30 – 4:30, A342. You will be able to ride the bus home.

Students in 11th or 12th grades who are interested in the longer Euclid competition will compete on Thursday, April 2, 3:30 – 6:15, B325 (yes, you will need to stay past 5:00 and get your own ride home)

Grade Name of Competition Link for Practice
9th Pascal https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests#pcf
10th Cayley https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests#pcf
11th Fermat https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests#pcf
12th Euclid https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests#euclid

If you are seeing this notice as a Middle School student (or parent of a Middle School student), keep in mind that your Canada Math Competition will be held in May. Information will come out in March.

Please contact Ms. Gilbert with any questions.


Guidance Counselor

Upcoming SAT Dates:

  • March 14, Regular Registration - February 27; Late Registration March 3
  • May 2, Regular Registration – April 17; Late Registration April 21
  • June 6, Regular Registration – May 22; Late Registration May 26

*Late Registrations will incur a fee

Register for upcoming SATs here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines


Athletics

  • February 5-7 – LifePlus HS Basketball Tournament @ TIS

Let's go Eagles!


PTO

House Points Total

What’s Happening at TIS

Date Event
February 5-7 LifePlus HS Basketball Tournament @ TIS
February 5-7 VEX Robotics in Shanghai
February 6-7 DIMUN
February 13 China Day
February 16-27 Spring Festival Holiday
March 5-7 MUNTAI
March 20-21 LifePlus Fine Arts Festival
March 26-28 Senior Departure Seminar
March 27 LifePlus Middle School Kids Read Competition
March 27 End of Quarter 3
March 30 Quarter 4 Begins

Lunch Menu

February 9 - February 13

Day Menu
Monday Sandwiches (Pork, Chicken, & Jam)/三明治(猪,鸡,果酱). Potato Chips/薯片. Beef with Oyster Sauce/蚝油牛柳. Stir-fried Celery & Eggs/西芹鸡蛋. Rice/米饭. Fresh Fruit/水果.
Today’s Noodles: Noodles with Beef in Sour Soup/酸汤牛肉面.
Tuesday Lasagna/意大利面片. Garlic Bread/蒜香面包. Chinese-style Meatball (Pork) & Hard Boiled Eggs/中式丸子&鸡蛋. Sautéed Cabbage/炒洋白菜. Rice/米饭. Fresh Fruit/水果.
Today’s Noodles: Noodles with Beef in White Soup/白汤牛肉面.
Wednesday French-style Creamy Chicken Stew/法式奶油炖鸡. French Bread/法式面包. Stir-fried Garlic Sprout, Shredded Pork, & Eggs/蒜苔肉丝鸡蛋. Braised Tofu & Vegetables/红烧豆腐蔬菜. Rice/米饭. Fresh Fruit/水果.
Today’s Noodles: Sukiudon Noodles with Sliced Beef/肥牛乌冬面.
Thursday Pizza/披萨饼. Phoenix-tail Shrimp/炸凤尾虾. Curry Beef/咖喱牛肉. Sautéed Green Vegetables/清炒油菜. Rice/米饭. Fresh Fruit/水果.
Today’s Noodles: Noodles with Pork Ribs/排骨面.
Friday China Day/中国日.

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